| Cost | Free |
|---|---|
| Location | Wiluna, Western Australia (966km northeast of Perth) |
| Pet Friendly | See Camps App |
| Campfires | See Camps App |
| Facilities | 72 hour self-contained vehicle stop adjacent to Canning-Gunbarrel Discovery Centre. Town has fuel, supermarket, police, post office and hospital |
| Vehicle Access | Self-contained vehicles required |
| In Camps App | Yes – download for iPhone/iPad or Android |
If you are travelling east, Wiluna in Western Australia, is your starting point for two of the most isolated and iconic four wheel drive desert roadtrips in Australia! Canning Stock Route and Gunbarrel Highway are not for the faint of heart…
Wiluna RV Stop opens
Wiluna Council are just starting work on caravan park renovations in town. They are hoping it opens in June/July, concrete starts getting laid tomorrow!
In the meantime the council have set up a free 72 hour self contained vehicle stop adjacent to the Canning-Gunbarrel Discovery Centre.
Right on the edge of the desert, Wiluna is 966 km northeast of Perth. Via the Goldfields Highway, the last of WA’s highways to remain unsealed, it is 183 km west of Meekatharra. You will find fuel, a supermarket, police, post office and hospital in Wiluna.
The Canning Stock Route
This is 1500km of tough country! Known as one of the most challenging four wheel drive tracks in the world, it is also the most isolated.
In 1906, Alfred Canning surveyed and built this stock route north from Wiluna to Halls Creek in the Kimberley. It took him four years!
The Gunbarrel Highway
If you want to travel from WA into the NT Red Centre with Uluru and Alice Springs – one way to get there is The Gunbarrel Highway.
Gunbarrel Highway – images by Leigh Cordwell
It was the first east-west route through Australia’s centre. Len Beadell surveyed this remote road – and did you know, the last section was only completed in 1958?
PLEASE NOTE – towns and fuel stops are far and few between!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Wiluna RV stop free?
Yes, the Wiluna RV stop is free for self-contained vehicles for up to 72 hours.
Where exactly is the RV stop located?
The RV stop is adjacent to the Canning-Gunbarrel Discovery Centre on the edge of the desert in Wiluna, 966km northeast of Perth.
What facilities are available in Wiluna town?
Wiluna has fuel, a supermarket, police station, post office and hospital.
Do I need a self-contained vehicle to stay at the RV stop?
Yes, this is a self-contained vehicle stop, so you’ll need to be fully self-sufficient with your own toilet and water facilities.
When will the Wiluna caravan park open?
The Wiluna Council is working on caravan park renovations with an expected opening in June/July. Check the Camps App for current details.
How long can I stay at the Wiluna RV stop?
The free stay limit is 72 hours (3 nights).
Is Wiluna a good base for the Canning Stock Route?
Yes, Wiluna is the official starting point for the Canning Stock Route, a 1500km four wheel drive track heading north to Halls Creek in the Kimberley.
Can I access the Gunbarrel Highway from Wiluna?
Yes, Wiluna is the western gateway to the Gunbarrel Highway, which travels east through Australia’s centre to the NT Red Centre, Uluru and Alice Springs.
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